Ortovox Sportartikel ORTOVOX3 Avalanche Transceiver User Manual 2 BedienungsanleitungEng indd
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Exhibit D Users Manual per 2 1033 b3
22GB
ORTOVOX 3+
TECHNOLOGY AND FUNCTIONS
Being rescued immediately by your
companions with the 3+, avalanche
probes and shovels is practically the
only chance of survival after being
buried by an avalanche. Read the in-
structions of use for the 3+ avalanche
transceiver carefully, practice how
to handle it and train how to rescue
your companions effectively! You can
find valuable information about help-
ing your companions, preventing ac-
cidents and about the current safety
products from ORTOVOX at
www.ortovox.com
The ORTOVOX 3+ avalanche trans-
ceiver does not protect you against
avalanches.
Never go backcountry skiing and
freeriding alone – always do these
types of sport in a small group.
You can reach us by email at
ortovox@ortovox.com
ORTOVOX wishes you wonderful, safe
tours!
Here are the benets of the ORTOVOX
avalanche transceiver 3+
ENGLISH
Automatic switch over to the best
transmission antenna (“Smart
Antenna”)
3-antenna technology
Signal analysis (scan the avalan-
che debris and locate every
signal quickly and accurately)
Marking function (3 signals)
Only 1 ALKALINE battery
AA 1.5V
Partner check
Automatic transmission switch
over
Update
23 GB
CONTENTS
OPERATING ELEMENTS 24
TECHNICAL DATA 25
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 26
QUICK GUIDE 27
SWITCHING ON/ OFF 27
SELF TEST 27
PARTNER CHECK 28
SEARCH 30
SIGNAL SEARCH 30
COARSE SEARCH 31
FINE SEARCH 32
MARKING 33
PINPOINT SEARCH AND PROBING 33
ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 34
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SWITCH OVER 34
MULTIPLE BURIALS 34
INTERFERENCE 36
SERVICE 37
INDEX 39
GUARANTEE 41
SERVICE ADDRESSES 102
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OPERATING ELEMENTS
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
10
SLIDING SWITCH
(SEARCH MODE)
TRANSMISSION SWITCH
OVER (TRANSMISSION MODE)
DIRECTION ARROW
DISTANCE INDICATOR
BATTERY CAPACITY
NUMBER OF SIGNALS
MARKING BUTTON
LOUDSPEAKER
ON/OFF SWITCH,
BATTERY COMPARTMENT
LOCKING SLIDE
Subject to changes (08/ 2010)
The back of the carrier bag
contains an extra compartment
for storing the 3+ and carrying
straps.
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TECHNICAL DATA
NAME: ORTOVOX 3+
FUNCTION: digital
CASING: ergonomic, waterproof, impact resistant
SIZE: 119 x 71 x 25mm
FREQUENCY: 457 kHz
The 3+ receives transmission signals from every avalanche transceiver con-
forming to standards without restrictions.
DIGITAL RECEPTION
RANGE: 40m
SEARCH STRIP WIDTH: up to 40m
TEMPERATURE RANGE: -20° C to +45° C
If the transceiver gets wet, do not use direct heat, i.e. such as a hair dryer
to dry it out. Heat applied in a direct manner may permanently damage the
device beyond repair.
POWER SUPPLY: 1 Alkaline AA 1.5 V LR 06 battery
OPERATING TIME: Transmitting: approx. 250 hours
Receiving: approx. 15 hours
WEIGHT: approx. 189g incl. battery
(Comfort carrier bag approx. 98g)
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Partner-Check
Update
The ORTOVOX 3+ exceeds the high requirements of the European Standard
EN 300 718.
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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Manufacturer: X-log Elektronik GmbH
Person responsible: Johann Nowotny, Bahnhofstr. 95, D-82166 Gräfelfing
declares that the product: type: ORTOVOX, model: 3+
Intended purpose: avalanche victim search device when used properly meets
the essential requirements according to Article 3 of the R&TTE regulations
1999/5/EC and that the following standards have been applied:
1. Health (Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE regulations), ETS 300 718 edition: 05/01
2. Safety (Article 3.1.a of the R&TTE regulations), ETS 300 718 edition: 05/01
3. Electromagnetic compatibility (Article 3.1.b of the R&TTE regulations)
ETSI EN 300 718-1, edition: 05/01
4. Efficient use of the radio frequency spectrum (Article 3.2.b of the R&TTE
regulations) ETSI EN 300 718-2, edition: 05/01
5. Electromagnetic compatibility and radio band matters (Article 3.3.e of the
R&TTE regulations) ETSI EN 300 718-3, edition:
Munich, July 26, 2010
p.p. Andrea Reintges
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THIS DEVICE
NOT APPROVED BY ORTOVOX CAN VOID THE US-
ERS AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Registration Number:
FCC ID No. KF5 ORTOVOX 3
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) the device may not cause harmful interference
and
(2) the device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for an intentional radiator
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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QUICK GUIDE
SWITCHING ON/ OFF
SWITCHING ON
Undo the LOCKING SLIDE (10) and
turn the SWITCH-ON LEVER (1)
counter-clockwise. The SWITCH-ON
LEVER is now secured from being
switched off unintentional. Right now
the appliance number is indicated,
the self-test starts and the remaining
battery capacity is shown in %.
SWITCHING OFF
Undo the LOCKING SLIDE (10) and
turn the SWITCH-ON LEVER (1) clock-
wise.
SELF-TEST AND
TRANSMISSION MODE
The self-test is visible on the display.
The remaining battery capacity (6) is
shown: 99 (%).
After a successful self-test the
ORTOVOX 3+ starts transmitting and
the transmission elements flash on
the display. The battery symbol shows
the remaining battery capacity.
If a fault is detected during self-test,
a warning appears on the display:
E1, E2, E3 or E4.
on
off
battery
10
1
10
1
6
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QUICK GUIDE
WARNING
on
off
WARNING
During the self-test the TRANSMIT
and RECEIVE functions, the sensors
and the battery capacity are tested. If
a fault is detected during this function
test, then this is indicated with E1, E2,
E3 or E4.
A warning can be triggered in the
immediate vicinity of a transmitting
avalanche transceiver, mobile phone,
wireless appliance, large metal ob-
jects or particularly strong magnetic
fields.
WHAT THE MOST IMPORTANT
WARNINGS MEAN DURING
THE SELF-TEST
E1: Transmitter/ receiver
E2: X or Y antenna (reception)
E3: X or Y antenna (transmitter)
E4: Memory
If one of the above warnings or any
other is displayed during the self-test,
then carry out this test again outside
in interference-free surrounding.
When doing so, it is essential to make
sure that no other transmitters are
nearby. Switch off all sources of in-
terference (mobile phones, wireless
devices etc.) or move them well away.
If this warning is shown again, the ap-
pliance must be sent to the ORTOVOX
service department.
People with pacemakers should wear
the 3+ on the right side of their body. It
is essential to observe the pacemaker
manufacturer‘s instructions or con-
sult with your physician!
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QUICK GUIDE
PARTNER OR GROUP CHECK
PARTNER OR GROUP CHECK
(“The daily check”)
Switch the ORTOVOX 3+ to SEARCH
(= RECEPTION).
Now switch the 3+ on (1) and press
the MARKING BUTTON (8) simulta-
neously.
If the transmitter‘s parameters are
OK, then “00” is shown on the dis-
play. If no transmitter is located
within a circumference of 1 m from
the reception device, then “--” is
displayed.
Warnings about the tested transmit-
ter are displayed with E1 – E7.
WHAT THE WARNINGS MEAN
DURING THE PARTNER
CHECK
The warnings E1 to E7 signal that one
or more of the measured parameters
on the transmitter do not meet the
standard for avalanche transceivers.
If one of these warnings is shown,
then the transceiver must be sent to
the service department.
E1: Frequency
E2: Width of the transmission signal
E3: Frequency and width of the trans-
mission signal
E4: Transmission cycle
E5: Frequency and transmission
cycle
E6: Transmission cycle and width of
the transmission signal
E7: All tested parameters defective
1
8
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QUICK GUIDE
SIGNAL SEARCH
SEARCH
Slide both SWITCHES (2) outwards
simultaneously – the TRANSMISSION
SWITCH OVER (3) pops out. The search
situation is automatically shown on
the display.
ORTOVOX recommends switching off
mobile telephones and radio equip-
ment during the locating process!
SIGNAL SEARCH
(ONE SEARCHER)
When searching for a signal
(= searching for the first signal), pan
the 3+ left and right at an angle of 30°
and tilt moderately up and down. This
compensates unfavourable positions
of the transmitter antenna and the
transmitting signal can be picked up
even earlier. Search strip width: 40m!
SEVERAL SEARCHER:
The distance between people search-
ing is 40m; the distance to the edge of
the avalanche must not exceed
20m.
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QUICK GUIDE
COARSE SEARCH
COARSE SEARCH
Use the 3+ in a horizontal position
during the coarse search process!
At a distance of approx. 40m to the
avalanche victim, the direction arrow
(4) and distance indicator (5) appear
on the display. The acoustic signal
from the loudspeaker gets faster and
louder as you approach. The distance
indicator goes down and confirms
you are getting closer.
DISPLAY EXAMPLES
Three transmitters (7) are displayed;
the nearest transmitter is 44m away.
Direction: straight ahead!
Three transmitters are displayed; the
nearest transmitter is 15m away.
Direction: keep slightly to the right!
DIRECTION
DISTANCE (44m)
NUMBER OF
SIGNALS (1)
4
5
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QUICK GUIDE
FINE SEARCH
COARSE SEARCH
Use the 3+ in a horizontal position
during the coarse search process!
At a distance of approx. 40m to the
avalanche victim, the direction arrow
(4) and distance indicator (5) appear
on the display. The acoustic signal
from the loudspeaker gets faster and
louder as you approach. The distance
indicator goes down and confirms
you are getting closer.
DISPLAY EXAMPLES
Three transmitters (7) are displayed;
the nearest transmitter is 44m away.
Direction: straight ahead!
Three transmitters are displayed; the
nearest transmitter is 15m away.
Direction: keep slightly to the right!
DIRECTION
DISTANCE (44m)
NUMBER OF
SIGNALS (1)
Three transmitters are displayed; the
nearest transmitter is 10m away.
Direction: straight ahead!
FINE SEARCH
Fine search starts automatically when
you are 2m away. The direction arrow
is switched off. The tendency indica-
tor (= semicircle shaped segments)
formulates the fine search process
simply, quickly and precisely. The
searcher is approaching the victim:
the tendency indicator points to the
centre of the display. The closer you
are to the victim, the faster and louder
the acoustic signal beeps.
The searcher is now going away from
the victim. The semicircles get small-
er and the distance indicator number
will get larger.
The victim has been located. Burial
depth: 0.1m. No smaller numbers
and no stronger tendency indicator
appear.
DO NOT TURN THE 3+ DURING THE
FINE SEARCH!
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QUICK GUIDE
MARKING/PINPOINT SEARCH AND PROBING
MARKING
At a distance of 5m transmitters can
be marked. To mark a located trans-
mitter, the MARKING BUTTON (8) is
pressed once. The marked transmis-
sion signal now appears as a white
symbol on a black background.
The distance to the next transmitter is
22m; the direction to the next trans-
mitter: left.
If 4 or more than 4 transmitters are
detected, the “4+” symbol appears on
the display. ORTOVOX recommends
the Sector Method for locating 4 or
more than 4 signals.
PINPOINT SEARCH AND
PROBING
Mark the exact point with the probe.
Always insert the probe at 90° to the
surface of the slope.
MARKING
BUTTON
8
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ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SWITCH OVER
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SWITCH OVER IN CASE OF A
SECONDARY AVALANCHE
If the 3+ is not moved over a period of
120 seconds, it automatically switches
over to transmission mode from any
operating mode.
STRATEGY IN THE EVENT OF
MULTIPLE BURIALS
ORTOVOX SECTOR METHOD
1st sector: After the 1st victim is lo-
cated and excavated by searchers,
the victim‘s avalanche transceiver is
switched off and the avalanche debris
field is searched by sector.
2nd sector: Approach from the left.
3rd sector: Approach from the right.
4th sector: Approach from below. Be-
fore any approach in a new sector, the
3+ must be briefly switched to TRANS-
MIT and then immediately back to RE-
CEIVE. Switching over briefly to trans-
mission mode causes the previously
marked transmitter to be deleted.
Attention:
Already located signals can then nat-
urally appear again. The searcher
should then concentrate on signals
that have not yet been marked in the
avalanche debris eld.
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ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
SIGNAL SEPARATION
SIGNAL OVERLAP -
SIGNAL SEPARATION
The transmission signal is measured
and analysed by the ORTOVOX 3+. If
several transmission signals are re-
ceived and these transmission signals
are transmitting at the same time (si-
multaneous transmission signal and
simultaneous transmission break),
then a signal overlap occurs.
This signal overlap is illustrated with-
out a direction arrow (e.g. “44m” and
3 transmission signals).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ABOUT SIGNAL SEPARATION
Signal separation helps you when
searching for one or especially sev-
eral avalanche victims. We would like
to inform you, however, about impor-
tant, physically contingent aspects of
searching for victims:
When accidents happen, several per-
sons are often buried and transmit a
signal at the same time. In this case
– depending on the rhythm of the in-
dividual transmitters – it is possible
for two or even more transmitters to
transmit simultaneously over a long
time. This can lead to signal overlaps,
particularly with analogue appliances
with a long pulse and digital applianc-
es that transmit synchronised pulses.
The signals are overlapped and can no
longer be technically distinguished.
The signal from an individual trans-
mitter cannot be measured either by
analogue or digital means in such a
phase. This can last for up to 30 sec-
onds and longer in the worst cases.
It is necessary to wait until there is a
signal break. This physical phenom-
enon can be solved with the ORTOVOX
3+ using locating strategies:
Applying the ORTOVOX sectors
method (Page 34)
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ADVANCED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BATTERY CHANGE / INTERFERENCE
BATTERY CHANGE
(WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS
SWITCHED OFF)
Turn on-off switch (1) until the battery
symbol is in line with the index point.
Now pull the battery compartment out
of the 3+ and insert a new AA alkaline
1.5V battery. When changing the bat-
tery, bear in mind the correct polarity.
Only brand batteries that conform to
standards should be used.
INTERFERENCE IN TRANSMIT-
TING AND RECEIVING PER-
FORMANCE
Interference in the transmis-
sion and reception performance
can occur through atmospheric
forms of interference such as
storms, through lifts and power
systems, radio equipment, mo-
bile phones and other electronic
equipment. Mobile phones and
radio equipment should be
switched off whilst searching.
The distance between two ava-
lanche transceivers and metal,
radio equipment, mobile phones,
magnetic objects, etc. should be
at least 50cm.
battery
1
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WARRANTY/SERVICE
WARRANTY
When purchasing a new ORTOVOX
transceiver, on submission of the
filled out guarantee card (see instruc-
tions for use) and dealer invoice we
grant the 5-year ORTOVOX guaran-
tee from the date of purchase, but no
longer than 6 years from the date of
manufacture. The number IV/15 on
the seal in the battery compartment
means e.g.: ORTOVOX guarantee valid
until 4th quarter 2015; the device was
produced 5 years before in the 4th
quarter of 2010. The seal also reminds
you of the recommended transceiver
check in the 4th quarter of 2015. As
part of the ORTOVOX guarantee, faulty
parts are repaired free of charge or
the avalanche transceiver is replaced
by a device of the same design. Dam-
age caused by improper handling and
natural wear is excluded. In case of
damage due to battery leakage, the
ORTOVOX guarantee lapses. Batter-
ies are excluded from the guarantee.
Any further warranty in the event of
consequential damage is expressly
excluded. Enforced guarantees do not
extend the guarantee obligation nor
does a new guarantee period begin.
SERVICE
The ORTOVOX 3+ is a rescue device,
on whose fault function someone‘s
life can depend. Electronic compo-
nents can fail – we therefore recom-
mend that the appliance is sent for the
factory check without fail on the date
recommended on the test seal.
Please make use of our prompt test-
ing service in the summer months so
that your transceiver is ready to use
in time at the start of winter.
For repairs or the factory check,
please send the ORTOVOX 3+ direct to
our service centre (see Page 102)
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NOTES
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
The batteries should be removed from
the avalanche transceiver during the
summer break. In case of damage due
to battery leakage the ORTOVOX war-
ranty lapses. Never use rechargeable
batteries (such as Ni-Cd batteries).
Rechargeable batteries have a much
lower operating voltage and hence a
lower range and a limited operating
period. In addition, faulty recharge-
able batteries are not immediately no-
ticeable. After recharging they show
the full operating voltage to start with,
only to severely drop off again after a
very short operating period (danger to
life!).
IMPORTANT NOTICE!
ORTOVOX avalanche transceivers are
designed to support help from com-
panions in the event of avalanche
burial! Stopping in an unsecure area
is potentially risky and should only be
done with experienced participants.
The effective use of an avalanche
transceiver requires suitable training
and repeated practice. Wear your ava-
lanche transceiver close to your body
and under your top layer of clothing.
ORTOVOX urgently recommends that
you carefully read the instructions of
use for the avalanche transceiver. Al-
ways take a shovel and a probe with
you when you are off-piste in an un-
secured area and never wander off on
your own. Plan your off-piste activities
using the current avalanche report:
www.ortovox.com
Before you enter an area at risk of an
avalanche, you should make sure that
all avalanche transceivers are work-
ing properly and all batteries are in
good condition.
The ORTOVOX 3+ fulls the maximum
safety requirements and is charac-
terised by its simple operation!
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INDEX
A
Additional functions (S 25)
Advanced instructions for use (S 34)
Appliance number (S 27)
Automatic Transmission
Switch Over (S 34)
B
Battery (S 25)
Battery change (S 36)
Battery status (S 27)
C
Coarse search (S 31)
D
Declaration of conformity (EU) (S 26)
Digital reception range (S 25)
F
Fine search (S 32)
Frequency (S 25)
G
Group test (S 29)
Guarantee (S 37)
Guarantee card (S 41)
I
Interference (S 36)
L
Loudspeaker (S 24)
M
Marking (S 23)
Multiple burials (S 34)
O
Operating elements (S 24)
Operating duration receiving (S 25)
Operating duration transmitting (S 25)
ORTOVOX Sector method (S 34)
P
Partner check (S 29)
Pinpoint search (S 33)
Q
Quick guide (S 27)
S
Searching (S 30)
Search strip width (S 25)
Sector Method (S 34)
Self-test (S 27)
Service (S 37)
Service addresses (S 102)
Signal separation (S 35)
Signal overlap (S 35)
Signal search (S 30)
Switching OFF (S 27)
Switching ON (S 27)
T
Technical data (S 25)
Tendency indicator (S 32)
Transmission check (S 27)
Transmitter test (S 27)
Transmitting (S 27)
U
Update (S 25)
W
Warnings (S 28)
Warranty (S 37)
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GUARANTEE CARD
GUARANTEE CARD
Name
Street
City, State, Zip,
Telephone , E-mail
Model ORTOVOX 3+
Serial number
(shown on display when switched on)
Purchased at
Please provide below a detailed explanation and description of your unit`s faulty performance!
In case of service please fill out this card and send it to the responsible
ORTOVOX service center (see page 102)
IMPORTANT!
KEEP CAREFULLY!